by ScattySue
... what happened to the wives and girlfriends when I played cricket! And with the one appearance of Roger when you meant Harry, you captured the boy's insouciance very well. Good story, nicely told.
You have done really well with this one, and you write delightfully. Thank you for posting this for us and please have five stars!
It was truly a pleasure to read. Thank you...
Gay Kat.
So very well written one of the best I've read. The build up to their lovemaking only made the story more believeable. Hope you win the contest.
Really enjoyed this story, has so many options from here.....
Thank you for the many lovely comments and votes - and if you didn't vote then please do.
I have now updated the story to correct a few typos including the erroneous appearance of Roger at the end.
One of the best Sue and 5* from me. I will read more of your stories now.
Wonderful story. Sue has a great sense of humor and understands what makes great fiction great - character development and proper background to move the story along without a rush, gradually building tension until it reaches a very hot crescendo, with a very human touch.
I was going to write a long, wordy comment, then noticed it had already been written. Five stars.
I agree with the compliments on your story telling Sue, you've the makings of a fine writer as your writing just seems to flow. Any typos can take care of themselves later; it's the flow of the narrative that's important in keeping the reader engrossed.
Wish had more stars than 5 to rank this story. These are the kind of stories that compel reader to add a comment.
And all this because you wrote such a lovely story, you silly woman!
you are a writer the way you wrote it simple yet beautiful speaks volumes of your talent. - A
Feel so silly but youve brought me to tears.this was a beautiful story, blown me away.
Thank you
Sue, you've done it again. The cricket theme was a good hook for the story and does not detract (I've seen enough US stories on this site with baseball themes which in no way mar the tales). But I think the best thing about your stories (or those I've read) is that you have a talent for creating truly likeable (even loveable) characters. You make the reader feel that he/she would very much like to know them. Hel and Mags and their sons are just such characters. You've either got enormous empathy or you know some really good people (or both). Once more, thanks for a lovely, entertaining tale.
Brian
I thought Such a Little Thing was my favorite...then I read Sneaky Valentine.., now this. You are hands down my favorite writer.
So very good. Two ladies, neither one "babes," but both lovable and loving.
Sue, your ability to weave such a truly wonderful story with two women drawn together for all the right reasons. Their heightened awareness of the each other and yet the struggle to connect only makes it more real and entertaining. You continue to set the bar high with your work.
Thank you for your continued efforts.
DRock
The buildup was phenomenal, the way you allow the boys to deal with it in this modern age was awesome. Kudos where to go. š š š
Thanks Sue for another great story and lovely real characters. And bonus points for mentioning Brisbane and cricket!
May we live in hope for more of your writing! M
... and cricket comes from Bernard Shaw.
Cricket was an inexpensive replacement. The English, having no cuisine, colonized India to get decent takeout. That was a more expensive replacement... particularly for the Indians.
Lovely story, as usual. I don't know how you do it, or why you don't do it more frequently!
I love your writing. The stories I have read have all been good. And I appreciate the fact that you give warning of the ones with aspects that others might not like. The for keeping me entertained.
...but I have just rediscovered it. Cricket at Lord's was never like this. How sensitively you write, Sue. Mature lady gay eroticism at its most sensitive and sensuous. If they tie the knot, please invite me to the wedding.
Solid! Totally believable, natural and seamless. I honestly hope it happens in real life for some. I particularly like that they are middle aged. I've come to really enjoy your writing and story telling Sue. Thank you!
As a lover of the sport, I couldn't believe it could be better. Now, if there were a bit more Marmalade and the drinking of Tea, it would be perfect!
A nice gentle well written story.
A wonderful story. Talk about instant attraction. The boys were on top of things from the get go. Love this story, good ending,and lots of fun to read. Going to read this one again
You had me crying with laughter at times during that story and incensed at the complete sh1ts of husbands they got free of (fortunately), the word arcane is definitely one to describe cricket scoring, although so many other sports have bizarre terminology too, but you kept with the British Summer wonderfully, even the half open windows for ventilation, AC being only on better hotels of course! In short, a brilliant story, wittily written, although you have left the door open somewhat for a sequel. Thanks for writing and posting, cheers Ppfzz.
Great love itā¦ short and sweetā¦.I would not mind if there would be a sequelā¦
Another really good Story!
Like several other posters l would like to see a sequel, this story has great potential to be carried further, please?
Thank you again for this story,
I have only just found this
and discovered you as a writer.
I really enjoyed this story
One of the most believable stories I have read.
With only very slight adaptation, I could see it as a possible TV series